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best overall
CHEMEX Six Cup Classic Coffeemaker
CHEMEX · CM-6A
Buy the branded thick filters too — they're what make the signature clean cup.
Why it made the cut
Our verdict
Buy the branded thick filters too — they're what make the signature clean cup.
An elegant glass pour-over carafe that makes a clean, bright cup and looks good left on the counter.
Good fit when
- coffee ritual
- useful upgrade
- homebody
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The tradeoffs
The glass brewer is breakable and works best with CHEMEX’s thicker paper filters, creating an ongoing supply to keep in the kitchen.
Evidence behind the pick
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Editorial review of current manufacturer documentation and product information, followed by a gift-fit and ownership-friction assessment. No hands-on test was performed.
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